05/29/2024
Let’s talk about the pros and cons of the 3 biggest types of fence!
Vinyl:
Pros:
-Offers maximum privacy
-Low maintenance
-Modern appeal
Cons:
-Expensive.
-Molds and mildews without maintenance.
-Repairs and also expensive as you have to buy an entire panel, not just a piece or two.
-Limited color options.
Wood:
Pros:
-can be built to your specific needs
-Many different styles
-Many colors/ types of wood able to be used
-Inexpensive to repair.
-Depending on style, they can have as much privacy as vinyl.
-Color can be revived with pool shock & water to give a fresh look.
-More affordable than vinyl.
Cons:
-Requires routine maintenance
-Doesn’t typically last as long as vinyl
-Some styles offer no privacy
-Some lumber is extremely expensive (Cedar)
-Splinters possible.
-Could possibly warp/bow
Chain Link:
Pro’s
-Most affordable
-Long lasting with virtually no maintenance
-Great for keeping pets in
-Build time is fast
-Most durable of the 3
-Can have a privacy screen
Cons:
-pets can dig under
-hard to repair
-rusts over time
-least appealing of the three
-One size fits all construction.
